1-885 Dorchester Avenue

Mcmillan, Winnipeg

Property score

66.0

Good

Overall 66.0 · Larger but older than most nearby homes

1,447 sqft (top 11%) · Built in 1911 (46 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~75k

Transit 92.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes · Within 500m: 13 dining spots, 2 schools, 4 healthcare facilitys, and 2 shops nearby

Living Area

Above average

42% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

46 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 86%French · 1%

Past 10 years Mcmillan sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

348

Median price

285k

$/sqft

$246/sqft

Avg build year

1957

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Property score

66.0 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

58.3Fair
Living Area1,447 sqft75Good
Year Built191116Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity95Excellent

Community Score

77.6Good
Household Income75Good
Education Level100Excellent
Housing Stress42Low
Core Housing Need63Fair
Employment Health96Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Mcmillan

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “mcmillan” (Condos, 2024). The tallest band is the mainstream budget range; multi-year view shows how that band shifts over time.

Market Conditions · WinnipegSeller's Market
Buyer'sBalancedSeller's

Sales-to-New-Listings

64.6%

1,196

sold

1,852

new listings

Manitoba Real Estate Association March public data on New Listings and Properties Sold across Manitoba

Sold Above Asking

65%

Majority sold above asking

68 of 104 sold above asking · Manually compiled from MLS Winnipeg sold listings, May 4 – May 10, 2026

With a Sales-to-New-Listings ratio of 64.6% and 65% of homes selling above asking price, demand is clearly outpacing supply. Buyers are competing, which is putting upward pressure on prices.

Area census snapshot

Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110390

Community deep dive

$75K

Median household income

$92K

Average household income

10%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.9

P90 / P10 ratio

44%

Single-person households

12%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)514
Labour force participation rate84%
Median age35.6
Avg household size1.9
Unemployment rate6%
Population density4672 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)10%
Single-person households44%
Couple families with children12%
Median household income (2020)$75K

Housing

Renter households56%
Condominium dwellings21%
Median dwelling value (owners)$552K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)10%
Visible minority12%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)66%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 86%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 0%

Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,447 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 21%Same areaTop 11%CitywideTop 11%
Same street · Dorchester Avenue
#13 / 62
Top 21% · Avg 1,245 sqft
Same area · Mcmillan
#66 / 582
Top 11% · Avg 1,016 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#2,980 / 26,841
Top 11% · Avg 1,042 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

Elite
428k
0255075100
Same streetTop 13%Same areaTop 4%CitywideTop 7%
Same street · Dorchester Avenue
#8 / 62
Top 13% · Avg 285.5k
Same area · Mcmillan
#25 / 582
Top 4% · Avg 244.4k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#1,891 / 26,841
Top 7% · Avg 256.1k

Year Built

around average
1911
0255075100
Same streetBottom 39%Same areaBottom 11%CitywideBottom 2%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

1-885 Dorchester Avenue — 24 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 13 dining (nearest 101 m), 2 education (nearest 348 m), 4 healthcare (nearest 218 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining13
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare4
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks2
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Mcmillan · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

26

2026

vs. city avg

-12%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-95%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

65%

Sales History

Sold 1/2023CA$400k–450k
Sold price

Same street

Top 8%

Same area

Top 4%

City-wide

Top 5%

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Highlights & common questions: 1-885 Dorchester Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 1-885 Dorchester Avenue, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home presents a compelling mix of space, value, and established character. Its primary appeal lies in its generous 1,447 sqft living area, which ranks well above average for its street, neighbourhood (Mcmillan), and the city overall. This is paired with a notably high assessed value relative to comparable properties, suggesting solid inherent value and potential for future equity.

Built in 1911, the property offers classic charm but requires a buyer comfortable with the maintenance considerations of an older home. Its appeal is practical rather than luxurious, suited for those seeking more room without a premium price tag in a well-established area. This property would best suit a value-conscious buyer—perhaps a growing family, a practical investor, or a hands-on homeowner—who prioritizes interior space and long-term value over modern construction or turn-key finishes. A thoughtful perspective is that its above-average metrics in size and assessment, against its older age, indicate a home that has been maintained as a substantial asset over time, rather than a disposable property.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the high assessed value relative to the area actually mean?
It indicates that the municipal property assessment is significantly higher than most neighbours'. This often reflects the home's larger size and can be a marker of perceived value, but it's important to note that assessed value is not market value. It will, however, directly influence your annual property taxes.

2. As a 1911-built home, what should I be prepared for?
While offering character, major systems like plumbing, electrical, and the foundation may require inspection and potential updating. Energy efficiency may not match that of a newer home. The charm comes with the responsibility of proactive maintenance.

3. The sold price history shows a range for 2023. Can I get the exact figure?
Yes. The listing service provides an estimated range from public data. They offer to manually share the exact sold price via email upon request, typically by the end of the same business day.

4. How does the living area truly compare to nearby homes?
The data shows it ranks in the top 21% on its street and top 11% in the Mcmillan neighbourhood for size. You are getting significantly more interior space than the typical home in this community.

5. Are there other similar units in the same building?
The listing shows units at 2-885 and 3-885 Dorchester Avenue at the same address (0m away), indicating this is likely a multi-unit property such as a duplex or triplex. It's worth clarifying the specific building type and any strata or co-ownership arrangements.

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